We spend most of our waking hours on the job, so it’s natural that we’ll catch each other engaging in some unfortunate habits. The problem with bad habits is, sometimes, people don’t know how much they are grossing out their colleagues. If your co-workers seem to be in a permanent bad mood, it may be because of you! [Read more…] about Gross habits your coworkers hate
How to manage mistakes at work
“We all make mistakes.” You no doubt heard that mantra many times growing up to assuage your feelings about messing something up. However, it isn’t a phrase often heard at work. Just because no one volunteers to soothe your ego after a goof at work doesn’t mean those mistakes don’t happen. [Read more…] about How to manage mistakes at work
I don’t want to recommend my friend for a job
When it comes to work, there’s nothing much more important than your credibility and reputation. It’s up to you to maintain and uphold them, or risk losing potential opportunities down the road. So, what should you do when a friend asks you to recommend him for a position in your organization, but you’d rather stand on your head all day than refer him for the job? [Read more…] about I don’t want to recommend my friend for a job
Tips to write great LinkedIn posts
Have you seen the magic “pencil icon†in your LinkedIn status update? Are you even watching for it? If you have something to contribute to the professional dialogue in your field, you won’t want to miss the chance to publish your thoughts on LinkedIn. [Read more…] about Tips to write great LinkedIn posts
Why you should freelance
In today’s economy, it isn’t always possible to land a traditional, 9-to-5 position in your target field. Many employers are hiring part-time or contract workers to handle the projects and work that full-time employees once did. As a result, competition is fierce, and, in some industries, it may be futile to search for typical jobs. [Read more…] about Why you should freelance